The prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2026 is now open for applications through the University of Utah, offering American students a life-changing opportunity to study, conduct research, or teach English in over 140 countries worldwide.
Whether you envision yourself leading an independent research project, assisting in language classrooms, or participating in unique initiatives like the Fulbright-National Geographic Storytelling Fellowship or Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships in Public Health, this is your chance to make a global impact.
What Does the Fulbright Scholarship Offer?
Selected scholars receive a comprehensive funding package, which includes:
- Living stipend to cover day-to-day expenses
- Travel stipend for round-trip transportation to the host country
- Accident and sickness health benefits
- Tuition support (full or partial) where applicable
- Book and research allowances
- Language program support (when required)
- Pre-departure and in-country orientations
- Mid-term enrichment activities.
Who Can Apply?
This program is open to U.S. citizens or nationals who:
- Will hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent by the start of the award
- Do not hold a PhD (a J.D. is acceptable)
- Demonstrate good health and are able to travel
- Have sufficient language proficiency depending on the host country
- Have not lived in the host country for more than 6 months (preferred)
The Selection Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Feasibility and quality of the proposed project
- Academic record and personal qualifications
- Language preparation
- Commitment to Fulbright’s goal of international mutual understanding
- Relevance to host country’s requirements
- Teaching experience (for ETA applicants).
Apply: https://www.honors.utah.edu/bulletin-board/46564/
Annual Scholarship Numbers
Every year, Fulbright awards:
- ~1,900 U.S. student grants
- ~4,000 grants for international students
- ~1,200 U.S. scholar grants
- ~900 grants for visiting scholars
This makes Fulbright one of the largest and most diverse global exchange programs in the world.
Don’t miss your chance to represent the U.S. abroad through the Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship 2026. If you’re a student at the University of Utah and interested in applying, prepare your application materials early and stay updated on the internal endorsement deadlines.